
First Gen 101
🎉 Welcome to First Gen 101 – the podcast where first-generation graduates share their stories and career tips. 🌟
Episodes
9 episodes
John Manna: Harmonizing Law and Music
Welcome to First Gen 101, the podcast where first-generation graduates share their stories and career tips. In this episode, host Miguel Sanchez interviews John Manna, who shares his fascinating journey from being a performing musician to gradu...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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34:53
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From Aspiration to Advocacy: Miguel Lluesma’s Law School Path
Join host Miguel Sanchez on First Gen 101 as he interviews Miguel Lluesma, an inspiring first-generation attorney. In this episode, Miguel Lluesma shares his journey from the pivotal moments that sparked his passion for law to the challenges of...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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37:39
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Nelson Rodriguez: Mentorship and Finding Balance for First-Gen Students
In this episode of First Gen 101, host Miguel Sanchez interviews Nelson Rodriguez, a first-generation college graduate. Nelson shares his inspiring journey from a dedicated high school student balancing work and academics to finding mentorship,...
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Season 1
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22:24

Building a Future: Insights from Laura Valencia Gomez
In this episode of First Gen 101, host Miguel Sanchez interviews Laura Valencia Gomez, who shares her inspiring college journey as a first-generation graduate. Laura discusses her experiences from moving to the US from Colombia, adapting to a n...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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19:11

From Community College to Advocate: Anthony Reda's Story
In this episode, host Miguel Sanchez chats with Anthony Reda about his inspiring journey from community college to his current role as a library technician and adjunct librarian at SUNY Westchester. Anthony shares the challenges he faced as a f...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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28:09

Brizeyda Parada’s Path: Family, Dreams, and Law School
In this episode of First Gen 101, host Miguel Sanchez sits down with Brizeyda to discuss her incredible journey to becoming a successful attorney. Brizeyda shares insights on perseverance, family support, and strategic planning, offering invalu...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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20:10

Leveraging Opportunities: Gina Villazhiñay on Building a Successful Career
In this episode of First Gen 101, host Miguel Sanchez welcomes Gina Villazhiñay, a first-generation graduate working in corporate recruiting at one of the “Big Four” accounting firms. Gina shares her challenges navigating college and the impact...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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25:53

Jeffrey Arroyo: Lessons Learned as a First-Generation Student
Jeffrey Arroyo: Lessons Learned as a First-Generation StudentJeffrey shares his inspiring journey from balancing work and school to becoming the first in his family to attend college. Jeffrey recounts his experiences navigating communit...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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18:24
